Jessica Bates

Jessica Bates is a freelance writer living and learning in Miami, FL. She holds degrees in both English and journalism.

In her undergraduate career, she worked on the editorial board of Steel Toe Books selecting full-length poetry manuscripts for publication. Jessica tweets and blogs, and she goes to the pool with a good book when she needs a break.

Due to her love of reading, compelling discussion, socializing and drinking wine, Jessica runs a book club for professional women in her area, which she takes very seriously. She's currently working on her first professional website to showcase her writing.

March 10, 2010

A Glimpse Inside the LightWave Solar Electric Office

Nashville-based LightWave Solar Electric’s conservation efforts in the office, including recycling and composting, are keys to its green success.
March 1, 2010

Marathons for the Environmentally Conscious

Marathons across the country produce lot of waste, use a lot of energy and a create lot of carbon emissions. Here are some marathons doing it differently.
February 26, 2010

Is Working from Home Environmentally Friendly?

I feel as though my work life at home is more eco-friendly than when I worked in a law office.
February 15, 2010

Ticketmaster: Green Ticketing Giant?

Ticketmaster seems to have every event in town, but is the company’s eco-friendly profile just as big?
February 8, 2010

RecycleMania: A Friendly College Competition Takes Off

It’s not a football game or a fraternity war. This is collegiate competition at its greenest.
February 5, 2010

Rain Barrels Conserve Water for Green-Minded Gardeners

Sadly, the average American uses 100 gallons of water per day, and more than 50% of that is for outdoor use.
January 18, 2010

Food Manufacturers That are Wasting Less

Some companies are using renewable resources such as wind and solar power to manufacture food, and some are creating biodegradable packaging for their products.
January 12, 2010

Mario Yanez of Local Food Miami Talks Sustainable Foods

Mario Yanez, creator and administrator of the Local Food Miami online network, discusses sustainable food and its progress in South Florida.
January 5, 2010

Jessica Levels Up Her Green Living Goals

Now that the new year is here, I feel that it’s time to level up in my recycling and green living efforts.
December 29, 2009

Tread Lightly with Eco-Friendly Snow Tires

For many, driving in the snow is a must. And, those environmentally conscious drivers have several options for safer, earth-friendlier snow tires.
December 22, 2009

Throw a Reuse Party: Conserving Between Friends

This holiday season, why don’t you throw a party and trade used gifts with your friends?
December 17, 2009

eBook Readers: Say Goodbye to the Bookshelves

Are eBook readers really an eco-friendly alternative to the good old paperback?